When
the country adopted the new Maple Leaf flag over the red ensign it
was decided that the Province, too, should have a flag of its own. The
red ensign design was chosen to appease those who would miss the old
national flag. May 12, 1915
- Premier Rodmond Roblin resigns as the Royal Commission into the
Manitoba Legislature Scandal finds misappropriation of funds. For a more on the scandal.May 12, 1989 - The Manitoba Legislature Building in Winnipeg is designated a Provincial Heritage Site.

After her death Winnie, short for Winnipeg, became famous the world over as the character Winnie the Pooh. (Image source and a great Pooh history at Pooh Corner)May 12, 1967 - Manitoba Conservation Officer William McLeod is shot by an impaired trapper. He dies from complications resulting from the wound.